bundle me

jessclear

New member

• Jan 26, 2008

• #1

I'm not sure if this is in the right section. I just wanted input about the Bundle Me's. I am in Ohio and see them everywhere. I know they are a no-no, but have a question. Are they not recommended because they are too thick in the back? They don't seem to interfere with front of the harness.
I know that after market products are a no-no in general, but I recently saw the thread about car seat coats. It looked as though the back of the "coat" was just as thick as a bundle me. It seemed to get good reviews on here, thoguh. Thoughts about the two?
Just curious. I don't really bundle up DD. I heat the car and use a blanket and a winter hat for her.

 

Brilliantmama

New member

• Jan 26, 2008

• #2

I tried a bundle me on my infant seat. (I had gotten it at a garage sale before I knew better.) I tried to get the harness tight enough with it, then removed the bundle me and the harness was way too loose. It convinced me. I now have the showercap style cover.

 

jessclear

New member

• Jan 26, 2008

• #3

They must be thicker than they look. I've never tried one, but see them all the time. I don't know why more people around here don't use the shower cap style.

 

elle7715

Member

• Jan 26, 2008

• #4

I had one and used one for DD.
I found that the biggest problem was getting the harness around her correctly. The way you're supposed to have the straps come through the side slots makes them crooked, especially if you have a small baby. The only way it wouldn't be a problem is with a 3-pt harness...and well we know how those are. Plus you would still be dealing with material between baby and carseat.

 

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minismom

Well-known member

• Jan 26, 2008

• #5

Can I get a link to the shower cap thing? I just use a blanket for now but I'd like to have another choice. And does it work in convertibles?

 

mamabear

New member

• Jan 26, 2008

• #6

I had one and it proved to be invaluable for the stroller...

 

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lovemyfamily

New member

• Jan 26, 2008

• #7

minismom said:

Can I get a link to the shower cap thing? I just use a blanket for now but I'd like to have another choice. And does it work in convertibles?

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Here is a link to one that BRU has
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2501237
They would not work on a convertible. In that case, I would just a blanket or a carseat poncho.

 

solmama

Active member

• Jan 26, 2008

• #8

We, too, had a Bundle Me for use in our stroller. Worked great-our dd stayed nice-n-toasty.

 

lovinwaves

New member

• Jan 26, 2008

• #9

I have two JJ Cole Bundle Mes I use.


For my strollers

If I lived in an extremely cold climate I would possibly consider using the Bundle Me lite.

 

popsicle

New member

• Jan 26, 2008

• #10

This site has a shower cap cover for convertibles. My DS would kick it off in no time though.

 

shauburg

Active member

• Jan 29, 2008

• #11

It's not just about the thickness. The Bundle Me type products interfere with the openings of the harness straps. Even the Bundle Me Lite (t-shirt like material in back) is dangerous. See this thread for a great discussion and pictures - http://www.car-seat.org/showthread.php?t=29844&page=2

I'm in Canada and it is extremely cold here (-34°C/-29°F tonight), so unfortunately most people you see do have a Bundle Me or Cuddle Bag. But a shower-cap type cover or simply piling blankets over top of the baby are much safer.

 

jessclear

New member

• Jan 29, 2008

• #12

So what makes the car seat coats safer than the bundle me is that the coats don't interfere with the straps? If the coat is thin enough and doesn't interfere with the straps, it should be a safe product?

 

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SafeandSecureBaby

New member

• Jan 29, 2008

• #13

We also think they are great for stroller use, but don't advise thier use in car seats. Most parents have a difficult enough time getting the harness adjusted correctly without adding after market products that interfere with harness placement and fit.

 

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lovemyfamily

New member

• Jan 29, 2008

• #14

jessclear said:

So what makes the car seat coats safer than the bundle me is that the coats don't interfere with the straps? If the coat is thin enough and doesn't interfere with the straps, it should be a safe product?

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It is my understanding that a light fleece jacket/sweatshirt is acceptable.